For a wedding with 250 guests in the Milwaukee WI, the estimated total cost is around $57,798 - $70,642. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Milwaukee WI is approximately $257. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $57,798 - $70,642.
The average wedding cost in Milwaukee WI is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $57,798 - $70,642 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Milwaukee WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $217 - $265. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $234 - $286.
In Milwaukee WI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,279 - $1,563. This represents about 2.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,831 - $2,237 |
3.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$217 - $265 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$101 - $123 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$234 - $286 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,279 - $1,563 |
2.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Milwaukee WI is $978 - $1,196. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Milwaukee WI area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$978 - $1,196 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$978 - $1,196 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Milwaukee WI is $212 - $259. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$212 - $259 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$115 - $141 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$96 - $118 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,354 - $6,544, which is 9.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Milwaukee WI area is $1,281 - $1,565.
For a live band, couples in Milwaukee WI typically budget around $3,506 - $4,285 which is 6.1% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,354 - $6,544 |
9.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,281 - $1,565 |
2.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$568 - $694 |
1.0% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,506 - $4,285 |
6.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Milwaukee WI, you should budget approximately $29,207 - $35,697, which is about 50.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$29,207 - $35,697 |
50.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,414 - $6,617 |
9.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,437 - $12,757 |
18.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,502 - $11,614 |
16.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,854 - $4,710 |
6.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,231 - $5,171. This accounts for roughly 7.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,231 - $5,171 |
7.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$558 - $682 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$254 - $310 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$656 - $802 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$752 - $919 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,227 - $1,499 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$785 - $959 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,323 - $1,617.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,323 - $1,617 |
2.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$878 - $1,074 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$445 - $543 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,677 - $2,049. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,677 - $2,049 |
2.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$278 - $340 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$130 - $158 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$413 - $505 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$227 - $277 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$247 - $301 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$187 - $229 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$195 - $239 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $748 - $914, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 2) is estimated at $455 - $556, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,202 - $1,470 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$748 - $914 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$455 - $556 |
0.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Milwaukee WI area is $254 - $310. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$254 - $310 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$254 - $310 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $942 - $1,152.
| Other Events Cost |
$942 - $1,152 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$942 - $1,152 |
1.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$405 - $495 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$405 - $495 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Milwaukee WI spend between $6,620 - $8,091 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Milwaukee WI with 250 guests spend between $3,578 - $4,373 on wedding photography, which is about 6.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Milwaukee WI is $2,718 - $3,322. This makes up a portion of your (4.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,620 - $8,091 |
11.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$324 - $396 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,578 - $4,373 |
6.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,718 - $3,322 |
4.7% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Milwaukee WI is estimated to be $1,987 - $2,429. This service accounts for 3.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,987 - $2,429 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,987 - $2,429 |
3.4% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,576 - $1,926.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,576 - $1,926 |
2.7% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,576 - $1,926 |
2.7% |